UKATA-Trained Specialists · Glasgow & Surrounding Areas
Safe, Compliant, Efficient Asbestos Removal in Glasgow
Clear advice, asbestos surveys and controlled non-licensed and notifiable non-licensed work for homes, businesses and industrial sites across Glasgow and the surrounding council areas.
Free, no-obligation enquiry · Glasgow-based team · We explain the appropriate work category before quoting
- UKATA-TRAINED OPERATIVES
- SEPA REGISTERED CARRIER EAS/R/6101484
- NON-LICENSED & NNLW SCOPE
- CONTROLLED WORK METHODS
- GLASGOW-BASED TEAM
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Stop and leave it alone
Do not drill, sand, scrape, sweep or break suspected material.
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Photograph it safely
Only take a photo from a safe distance. A photo cannot confirm asbestos, but it helps us guide you.
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Speak to our Glasgow team
Tell us what has happened and we’ll explain the safest next step.
A clearer first step
Not sure what service you need?
Use the free Glasgow Asbestos Clarity Check. Describe the property, your plans and the suspected material to receive safety-first guidance and an honest indication of what should happen next.
Start the 2-minute check- No visual asbestos diagnosis and no unsafe DIY advice
- Printable summary and direct handoff to the Glasgow team
Glasgow's Asbestos Safety Specialists
Honest, compliant asbestos work — done properly
Asbestos Remove is a Glasgow-based asbestos contractor specialising in non-licensed and notifiable non-licensed asbestos work — the categories covering the majority of asbestos found in Scottish homes and commercial buildings. We survey, remove, dispose of and manage asbestos-containing materials in full compliance with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. Where a material legally requires an HSE licensed contractor, we tell you straight and help you arrange it.
What We Do
Our Comprehensive Asbestos Services
Asbestos Surveys
Management and refurbishment/demolition surveys with sampling and risk assessment, identifying asbestos-containing materials before they become a hazard.
Learn moreAsbestos Removal
Controlled removal of non-licensed asbestos materials within protected work areas, carried out to the highest safety standards and documented on completion.
Learn moreCertified Disposal
Fully documented asbestos waste disposal at licensed facilities, with consignment notes for your records — no risk left behind.
Learn moreAsbestos Management
Management plans, registers and consultancy that keep duty holders compliant with CAR 2012 long-term.
Learn moreWho We Work With
Trusted across homes, businesses and industry
DomesticHomeowners & Landlords
Artex ceilings, garage roofs, floor tiles, pipe lagging. Discreet, tidy, family-safe working.
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CommercialCommercial & Public Buildings
Offices, retail, schools and healthcare. Out-of-hours working to keep you trading.
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IndustrialIndustrial & Construction
Factories, warehouses and plant. Large-scale enclosures, negative pressure units and CDM coordination.
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Where Asbestos Hides in Glasgow Homes
Homes built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos-containing materials. Explore common locations, but remember: appearance alone cannot confirm asbestos and suspected material should not be disturbed.
- Lower risk
- Moderate risk
- Higher risk
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Textured (Artex) Ceiling (Moderate risk)
Living room & hallway ceilings · Common in homes decorated 1960s–1990s
Textured coatings applied before the mid-1980s often contain white asbestos. Safe if undisturbed and in good condition — the risk comes from sanding, drilling or scraping.
Commonly disturbed by: Sanding, Drilling, Removing coving, Fitting downlights.
Never sand or scrape a textured ceiling before it has been tested.
Learn moreGarage & Shed Roof (Moderate risk)
Detached garage / outbuilding · Built 1950s–1980s
Corrugated asbestos cement was the standard garage roofing material for decades. Weathering and moss growth degrade the surface over time; broken or drilled sheets release fibres.
Commonly disturbed by: Breakage, Drilling, Pressure-washing, Demolition.
Never pressure-wash or break up a cement roof — quote removal instead.
Learn moreVinyl Floor Tiles & Adhesive (Lower risk)
Kitchen, hallway, under carpets · Laid 1950s–1980s
Older thermoplastic tiles and the black bitumen adhesive beneath them frequently contain asbestos. Low risk while intact and covered.
Commonly disturbed by: Lifting, Grinding, Floor levelling.
If tiles crack or lift during renovation, stop and test before continuing.
Learn morePipe & Boiler Lagging (Higher risk)
Airing cupboard, cellar, behind boiler · Installed pre-1980s
Thermal lagging is among the most hazardous asbestos materials and is licensable — removal legally requires an HSE licensed contractor. Often hidden under later insulation.
Commonly disturbed by: Plumbing work, Boiler replacement, Any contact.
Do not touch suspect lagging under any circumstances — we'll test it and help you arrange licensed removal.
Learn moreAiring Cupboard / Ceiling Panels (AIB) (Higher risk)
Airing cupboards, ceiling hatches, partition walls · Built 1945–1985
Asbestos insulating board looks like ordinary board but releases fibres readily when cut or broken. Most AIB work is licensable and requires an HSE licensed contractor.
Commonly disturbed by: Drilling, Screwing, Removing panels, Loft hatch use.
Treat any unidentified board in a pre-1985 home as suspect until tested — we'll identify it and advise on the compliant route.
Learn moreSoffits, Fascias & Guttering (Lower risk)
Roofline exterior · Fitted 1950s–1980s
Asbestos cement roofline products are common and low risk while weather-sealed and intact. Usually addressed during window or roofline replacement.
Commonly disturbed by: Roofline replacement, Drilling for fixtures.
Tell your roofline installer the age of the property — test before replacement.
Learn moreCold Water Tank (Lower risk)
Loft · Installed pre-1980s
Older loft water tanks were commonly made from asbestos cement. Stable, but must be disposed of correctly when plumbing is upgraded.
Commonly disturbed by: Tank replacement, Loft conversion.
Never cut up an old tank to get it through the hatch — we remove and consign it whole.
Learn moreBoiler Flue & Rope Seals (Moderate risk)
Kitchen / utility, behind appliances · Installed pre-1990s
Asbestos cement flue pipes and rope door seals appear in older heating systems. Usually encountered during boiler replacement.
Commonly disturbed by: Heating engineers, Appliance removal.
Ask your gas engineer to stop work if a suspect flue is found — testing is fast.
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How It Works
From Enquiry to Clearance Certificate
Contact & Advice
Call or send an enquiry. We assess urgency and advise on the safest next step, free of charge.
Survey & Quote
A qualified surveyor identifies and samples suspect materials. You receive a clear report and fixed quote.
Plan of Work
We prepare risk assessments, method statements and, for notifiable work, notification to the enforcing authority.
Controlled Removal
Protected, sheeted work areas, wet suppression and Class H vacuums. UKATA-trained operatives throughout.
Inspection & Reassurance
Thorough visual inspection and clean handover, with independent reassurance air testing available on request.
Certified Disposal
Waste double-bagged, consigned and transported to a licensed facility. Full paper trail supplied.
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- Core Services
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- Founder Industry Experience
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- Domestic, Commercial & Industrial
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Why Choose Us
Why Glasgow chooses Asbestos Remove
From first survey to final clearance certificate, every job is handled by UKATA-trained operatives working to CAR 2012 — with honest advice at every step.
- 30+ years of hands-on industry experience
- UKATA-trained, vetted operatives
- Fixed, transparent quotes — no surprises
- Honest advice on what we can and can't remove
- Full waste documentation supplied
- Glasgow-based, fast local response
Local coverage
Glasgow-based, serving the wider city region
We support homeowners, landlords, property factors and organisations across Glasgow and neighbouring council areas. Commercial and industrial projects can be considered across Scotland.
Tell us the property postcode and the material or work involved. We’ll confirm coverage and the appropriate next step before arranging a visit.
- Glasgow City
- East Renfrewshire
- Renfrewshire
- South Lanarkshire
- North Lanarkshire
- East Dunbartonshire
- West Dunbartonshire
Common Questions
Asbestos removal in Glasgow — your questions answered
How much does asbestos removal cost in Glasgow?
It depends on material type, condition, location and quantity — a garage roof differs greatly from pipe lagging in a boiler room. Every job is quoted individually after an assessment, and quotes are free and fixed.
Is it illegal to remove asbestos myself?
Homeowners may legally handle some lower-risk materials, but it is strongly discouraged and, for licensable materials (sprayed coatings, lagging, most insulation board), removal must by law be carried out by an HSE licensed contractor. Disposal is also strictly regulated. We'll tell you honestly which category your material falls into.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Any building constructed or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. The only reliable confirmation is sampling and laboratory analysis as part of an asbestos survey.
Searching for “asbestos removal near me” in Glasgow?
We're based in Glasgow city and cover the surrounding areas — Paisley, Hamilton, Motherwell, East Kilbride, Clydebank and Cumbernauld — with Scotland-wide coverage for commercial and industrial projects.
Do you offer emergency asbestos removal?
If asbestos has been damaged or disturbed, stop work, keep people out of the area and call us on 07960 881102. Urgent situations are prioritised — we'll tell you straight away how to make the area safe, then arrange the survey or removal that follows.
Are you licensed by the HSE?
We carry out non-licensed and notifiable non-licensed asbestos work — the categories that cover the majority of asbestos in Scottish homes and businesses, including cement roofs, Artex, floor tiles and more. Licensable materials legally require an HSE licensed contractor; if a survey identifies these, we say so straight away and help you arrange compliant removal.
Still unsure? Call our Glasgow team on 07960 881102.